Description
Book SynopsisOriginally published in 1938, this book presents the diary of John Milward (15991670), Member of Parliament for Derbyshire from 1665 to 1670. Covering the period September 1666 to May 1668, the diary is reproduced as close to its manuscript form as possible. A bibliography, appendices and detailed editorial introduction are also incorporated.
Table of ContentsThe Milwards of Derbyshire; Introduction; Bibliography of Parliamentary records 1666–8, with the abbreviations used in the lists and notes; Parliamentary business, 1666–8, and chronological guide to the Diary; Calendar for the period covered by the Diary; Alphabetical check-list of speakers and other persons mentioned in the Diary; Text of the Diary, September, 1666 to May, 1668; Appendix 1. Speeches by Sir John Holland, 1666–8; Appendix 2. Diary for October and November, 1667; Index.
